"LaShawn inhaled deeply and leaned into her stretch. She would hold it for 90 seconds: a routine she followed before every competition. But this was the final county tournament. Was she ready? Were the countless backflips she did every morning at 5 a.m. for the past nine months going to pay off? Leaning out of the stretch, she stood and walked purposefully to the door of the gym." Write 1-2 sentences in which you explain what can be inferred about LaShawn based on this paragraph. (2 points)
LaShawn appears to be dedicated and determined, as evidenced by her rigorous training routine and focus on preparing for the competition. She also seems to be confident in her abilities, as she walks purposefully towards the gym door before the tournament.
